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461. How to Stop Worrying and Love the Robot Apocalypse

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The Impact of Robotics on Healthcare and Employment

This chapter explores the benefits of robots in nursing homes, focusing on improved patient outcomes and reduced hospital readmission rates. It examines technological innovations, contrasting scenarios between Japanese and U.S. nursing homes, and the implications for lower-skilled healthcare workers amid automation.

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